Government
By JANEL “JAYCEE” MILLER
September 2, 2025
MOUNT LAUREL – The Mount Laurel Planning Board at its August 14 meeting unanimously approved a minor site plan request made by NFL Films, which League representatives said would allow the company to add 23 jobs and 54 parking spaces. The change is small but urgently needed, according to Patrick ...
CRANFORD, NJ — Five candidates have filed to run for two seats on the Cranford Township Committee for the November 2025 election, according to the Union County Clerk's Office.The list is as follows:Richard BuontempoTerrence Curran (incumbent)Kathleen Miller Prunty (incumbent)Carlos RodriguezWilliam ...
MANASQUAN, NJ – At the recent Manasquan Council meeting, officials—joined by the Planning Board, administration, and legal counsel—held a workshop discussion on zoning ordinances that define what residential and commercial properties can do with their land. The session focused on three questions: ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Just over a week after settling a major legal fight against Broward County, Coconut Creek has entered into another one — this time against the Florida Department of Transportation. During last week’s city commission meeting, City Attorney Terrill Pyburn told the city’s elected ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - At a public hearing on August 28, 2025, the Phillipsburg Land Use Board presented a comprehensive update to the town’s Stormwater Management Plan, emphasizing ongoing efforts to manage rainfall, reduce flood risks, protect water quality, and ensure responsible development. Town ...
POMPANO BEACH, FL — Plans for the new Costco Wholesale store near Palm Aire, first made public early last month, will be reviewed by Pompano's Development Review Committee (DRC) on Wednesday, September 3rd.The DRC is mainly a technical advisory body. It makes recommendations to the Planning & ...
Princeton, NJ – At first glance, the proposal for 85 housing units on Thanet Circle, with 17 units set aside to meet affordable housing obligations, might look like it’s located on the fringes of town. The plot plan included with an upcoming Master Plan review by the Planning Board might suggest ...
BARNEGAT LIGHT, NJ – The borough of Barnegat Light is grieving the sudden loss of its long-serving mayor, Kirk O. Larson, who passed away at the age of 71. A beloved and deeply-rooted figure in the community, Larson died on Saturday, August 30, 2025, while undergoing emergency heart surgery.The ...
ROXBURY, NJ - An offer by another town to buy Roxbury's 18-year-old garbage truck for $61,000 more than its market value seemed like a good deal to Roxbury Department of Public Works (DPW) Director Steve Senese. He hoped the Roxbury Township Council would agree and quickly sign-off on the deal. But ...
BARNEGAT LIGHT, NJ – The borough of Barnegat Light is grieving the sudden loss of its long-serving mayor, Kirk O. Larson, who passed away at the age of 71. A beloved and deeply-rooted figure in the community, Larson died on Saturday, August 30, 2025, while undergoing emergency heart surgery.The ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – Mercer County will be holding an educational forum to help residents determine if they are the rightful owners of unclaimed property. Unclaimed property can include records or money that has been abandoned or lost, as well as tangible property. The Mercer County Department of ...
PHILLIPSBURG – A solemn ceremony will be held in Phillipsburg on Thursday, September 11, to commemorate the anniversary of the 2001 terrorist attacks. The public is invited to attend the event, which will take place at Shappell Park, located at 353 South Main Street, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.The ...
Fall Branch Pick-up will begin on or about Monday, September 8. Residents may put items at the curb up to 10 days prior to the scheduled pick-up date.Here's what you need to know:Scotch Plains conducts one spring and one fall brush & limb collection each year.The crews make one pass through ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY - Governor Phil Murphy signed 13 of Assemblywoman Margie Donlon and Assemblywoman Luanne Peterpaul’s bills into law this summer. Either Assemblywoman Donlon or Assemblywoman Peterpaul, or both, and Senator Vin Gopal, (D-Monmouth) were the prime sponsors of four of the bills and ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — The City of Coconut Creek will hold a public meeting on Sept. 16 to discuss plans for new pickleball courts at Lakeside Park.The city is preparing to submit a grant application through the Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program. A public meeting is required before the ...
PARKLAND, FL- September is here and school is back in session! This time of year is very busy for everyone including students, teachers, and families. It is important to have work, life and school balance. Broward County offers a wide range of activities fit for all ages and interests. You can ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Just over a week after settling a major legal fight against Broward County, Coconut Creek has entered into another one — this time against the Florida Department of Transportation. During last week’s city commission meeting, City Attorney Terrill Pyburn told the city’s elected ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Rachel Sieg, who also serves as Executive Director of the Historic Downtown Special Improvement District (HDSID), will continue her service as a member of the Jersey City Alcoholic Beverage Control Board.The Jersey City Municipal Council voted on the appointment in August after ...
ROSELAND, NJ – Renovations and upgrades to Tedesco Park are almost fully complete.Work to revamp the park in Roseland started several years ago with the addition of a pickleball court, the renovation of the existing basketball court, and the rehabilitation of the existing picnic pavilion area.More ...
WAYNE, NJ — The Township of Wayne will host a Disabilities Expo 2025 on Saturday, September 13, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Wayne Community Center, 1 Pike Drive.The event is free and open to the public, offering a day of “connection, resources, and fun” for individuals with intellectual, ...
And a big thank you to all who fought for better wages, shorter hours and safer conditions for American workers.
MILLBURN, NJ – After the holiday weekend comes to an end, township committee members will convene on September 2 to discuss and vote on various items.Some special things listed in the consent agenda include:Authorizing execution of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Millburn-Short Hills ...
And a big thank you to all who fought for better wages, shorter hours and safer conditions for American workers.
SEA GIRT, NJ – At the most recent Sea Girt Council meeting, Patrolman David Galarza was honored with a formal proclamation recognizing his exceptional service and dedication as a participant in the Police Unity Tour. The Borough’s mayor and council joined Police Chief and Business Administrator ...
HACKENSACK, NJ – Mayor Caseen Gaines and the Hackensack city council will meet Sept. 9 to discuss bike safety. The Hackensack Comprehensive Bicycle Plan will be presented at the City’s upcoming Committee of the Whole (COW) meeting, giving residents the opportunity to provide input on the future of ...
Linden, NJ - Please be advised that the Department of Public Works schedule changes for the Labor Day Holiday, September 1st. DPW will be closed on Monday and the holiday closure will have the following changes to operations and collections for September 2nd to September 5th,No CollectionsLabor Day ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ – New Jersey American Water (NJAW) crews will resume night work on Mountain Avenue beginning Tuesday, Sept. 2, as part of the company’s ongoing water infrastructure upgrades.The work is scheduled to take place from 7 p.m. to 3 a.m. each night through Friday, Sept. 5. While most ...
HOLMDEL, NJ — Plans for a proposed Chabad Jewish Center on Holmdel Road are scheduled to return to the Holmdel Planning Board in September.The applicant, Chabad Jewish Center of BCC, Inc., is on the agenda for the Sept. 2 meeting at 7 p.m. and is seeking preliminary and final major site plan ...
NEW JERSEY: The Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners and Renters (ANCHOR) program continues to provide vital property tax relief for New Jersey residents who own or rent their primary home and meet the program’s income requirements. This year’s benefits are determined using 2024 ...